2024-12-20 09:41:40Kael crouched behind a jagged rock, his breath hitching as his sharp senses, amplified by the system, picked up faint footsteps and low whispers ahead. He cautiously peered through the darkness, straining to make out the figures.
They looked human, but something about them was disturbingly off. Their bodies emitted unnatural steam, and their eyes gleamed with a crazed intensity, as if they had been abusing some narcotic. One of them flexed hands that ended in jagged claws. Kael’s stomach churned—these weren’t ordinary prisoners.
“What are those?” he whispered internally, his heart pounding.
[Humanoid prisoners affected by the mutations of this place and prolonged exposure to Vitalis crystals. Host is advised to avoid engagement in the current state,] the system responded.
“Great,” Kael muttered under his breath, the sarcasm doing little to soothe his fraying nerves.
His eyes darted around, searching for any route that might keep him out of sight. The drop zone was tantalizingly close, but every available path seemed blocked by the mutants. Frustration bubbled within him, and he clenched his fists, feeling the faint tingle of godseed energy coursing through his veins.
“How useful is my current power level?” he murmured.
[Host’s current godseed is unstable and requires training. Suggestion: Conserve energy attacks for critical moments.]
Kael gritted his teeth, his frustration boiling over. “So, I’m stuck relying on my human strength?”
[And your brains,] the system retorted.
Kael scowled, his irritation mounting at the system’s almost flippant tone. “Brains. Sure. In a place I know nothing about,” he muttered sarcastically. Unsurprisingly, the system didn’t bother replying.
Rubbing his temples, Kael inhaled deeply to center himself. “Fine. Do these mutants have a natural enemy?”
[All monsters are natural enemies to prisoners,] the system stated matter-of-factly.
Kael stroked his chin as a thought began to form. “Any specific monster that likes mutants?”
[Host’s idea is brilliant,] the system replied, its tone almost impressed. [Mangolits particularly hunt mutants, as they are drawn to their radiation. Nearest Mangolit cave: due east of the drop zone. Approximate time of arrival: 2 minutes with advanced speed.]
“Good enough for me,” Kael said, crawling away from the rock where he had been hiding. His plan was simple: lure a Mangolit to the drop zone, let it cause enough chaos to distract the mutants, and seize the opportunity to grab the supplies.
He moved swiftly and quietly, his body low to the ground as he slipped away into the shadows, leaving the mutants behind.
Kael ran once again, his speed almost godly as he followed Eidolon’s directions, reaching the cave. Carefully, he entered, straining his ears to hear the creatures’ breathing. The darkness swallowed everything, only the calculated breaths of the creatures echoing in the silence.
“Eidolon, how many creatures are in here?” Kael asked, nearly yelling in his mind.
[Scanning cave… Ten Mangolit detected. Host is advised to proceed with caution. Mangolit are especially dangerous, particularly when disturbed.]
“Geez, you sure inform a guy before time,” Kael muttered, annoyance seeping into his voice.
In response, the system provided a visual representation of the Mangolit. They were medium-sized, rock-shaped furballs.
“They don’t look dangerous,” Kael commented.
[That is merely due to their appearance. They are highly venomous and can swallow creatures three times their size.]
“Impressive. But how fast are they?”
[Not as fast as level one godspeed, but fast enough to catch up if you stumble.]
“Great,” Kael sighed. “How do I wake them?”
[Loud noises and the smell of blood.]
“Definitely the former. I don’t want these creatures haunting me.”
[Host is advised to use blood for a future purpose.]
“What purpose? To get constantly chased?”
[Host will understand in due time.]
Kael gritted his teeth. As much as he hated the idea of being chased, he had quickly accepted that his chances of survival were higher with the system’s guidance. He had no choice but to follow its advice.
The cave’s sharp rocks bulged from the walls, and Kael struck his arm against one, drawing blood. Almost immediately, neon eyes began to glow from within the cave.
[Host is advised to run now.]
That was a suggestion Kael didn’t hesitate to follow. He sprinted forward, the sound of fast, gliding footsteps closing in behind him, urging him to quicken his pace. He abruptly stopped behind a rock near the drop zone.
It was a bold decision, as the Mangolit were tracking his scent. Heart pounding, he tried to stay calm, clenching his trembling hands into fists. One Mangolit rolled toward him, its mouth widening, revealing double-edged, steaming teeth—wide enough to swallow him whole.
Kael shut his eyes, expecting the worst. But instead, the Mangolit rolled past him by just a few inches, roaring at the mutant who was cautiously approaching the rock.
“Mangolit attack!” the mutant roared, alerting the others.
Kael let out a shuddering breath as the other Mangolit rolled past him. “Can’t believe that worked,” he murmured to himself.
Behind him, a fierce battle had erupted between the defensive mutants and the Mangolit. The path ahead was now clear. At the same moment, a drone appeared out of nowhere and projected a huge backpack, which Kael saw with wide eyes.
[Host is advised to move now—and fast.]
Jumping into action, Kael bolted at godly speed toward the middle of the open arena, making a beeline for the bag. He grabbed it in an instant, but what he didn’t expect was another hand grabbing the opposite end.
Kael looked up, and to his surprise, his eyes met none other than Herold, the leader of the Devil Angels.
"Long time no see, Gifted. Missed me?" Herold grinned toothily, but before Kael could even respond, a powerful punch landed squarely on his nose, strong enough to draw blood.
Kael chuckled bitterly, feeling the sting. "Should've known it wouldn't be that easy." He met Herold's gaze, forcing a smile despite the pain. "You want the bag, right? You can have it."
Herold scowled, his expression darkening. "Fool me once, bastard. Don’t you dare fool me twice." He stepped closer, his eyes blazing with anger. "And no, I don't just want the bag—I want your head as well."
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Kael’s body vibrated with raw energy as the system coursed through him. His muscles burned, but he forced himself to stand. His desperation to survive outweighed the pain. The Mebitor lunged, its pincers snapping with enough force to crush a rock. Kael leaped, barely dodging the attack. He paused briefly, staring at his hands. The speed at which he moved felt foreign. He had never felt this kind of power before. Everything was sharper, clearer… better. [Godseed infusion active: physical enhancement initiated. Host current power level: 50%.] [Chances of victory: 50%.] Kael clenched his fists, feeling energy crackling through his fingers. But it wasn’t enough to defeat the Mebitor. It was only enough to survive—if he played it right. The beast roared again, its many legs slamming into the ground, causing tremors. But Kael stood firm. His heart pounded as he took a stance, ready to fight. He surprised even himself with his audacity. The power surging through his body was intoxi
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Kael crouched behind a jagged rock, his breath hitching as his sharp senses, amplified by the system, picked up faint footsteps and low whispers ahead. He cautiously peered through the darkness, straining to make out the figures.They looked human, but something about them was disturbingly off. Their bodies emitted unnatural steam, and their eyes gleamed with a crazed intensity, as if they had been abusing some narcotic. One of them flexed hands that ended in jagged claws. Kael’s stomach churned—these weren’t ordinary prisoners.“What are those?” he whispered internally, his heart pounding.[Humanoid prisoners affected by the mutations of this place and prolonged exposure to Vitalis crystals. Host is advised to avoid engagement in the current state,] the system responded.“Great,” Kael muttered under his breath, the sarcasm doing little to soothe his fraying nerves.His eyes darted around, searching for any route that might keep him out of sight. The drop zone was tantalizingly close,
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The system paused, its tone shifting to one of measured neutrality.[Affirmative. Your wife made an irreversible choice in her final moments. Her dominant gift was transferred to you, ensuring your survival. The energy she gifted was sufficient to awaken your full potential.]Kael’s chest tightened as the weight of the revelation crushed him. “She… she gave up everything… for me?” His voice broke, the storm within him roaring.[Correct. Without the blast of gifted energy, your godseed would have remained dormant, and you would not have survived the events that followed.]“Why?” Kael’s fists clenched at his sides. Guilt gnawed at him like a relentless predator. He suddenly felt as if he had a hand in his wife’s death. “Why didn’t she save herself? Why waste it on me?”[It was not wasted,] the system replied, its voice calm and resolute. [Your wife’s gift could never unlock on its own, unlike your godseed, which would have activated over time due to your unique bloodline. In the given c
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Kael’s heart pounded in his chest as he ran. He couldn’t afford to look back. His legs burned with every step, but his instincts pushed him forward. He had no idea where he was going; all he could see was the dense greenery of the thick forest ahead.Behind him, the devil angels were yelling in fury. The bottle he had thrown fell faster than they could catch it. Kael could hear the pounding of their feet as they drew closer.[Warning: Host energy at 10%. Survival chances decreasing. Immediate action required.]“Not now, whatever you are,” Kael cursed under his breath, pushing himself harder. He dodged a low-hanging branch, the sound of his ragged breathing filling his ears.He knew he was in serious trouble, especially after breaking the vitalis of that monster. Everything was happening so fast. Only a few days ago, he had lost his family and expected death. Now, he was fighting to survive in a prison world.The ground beneath him was uneven and rocky, threatening to trip him, but Kae
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Kael’s body vibrated with raw energy as the system coursed through him. His muscles burned, but he forced himself to stand. His desperation to survive outweighed the pain. The Mebitor lunged, its pincers snapping with enough force to crush a rock. Kael leaped, barely dodging the attack. He paused briefly, staring at his hands. The speed at which he moved felt foreign. He had never felt this kind of power before. Everything was sharper, clearer… better. [Godseed infusion active: physical enhancement initiated. Host current power level: 50%.] [Chances of victory: 50%.] Kael clenched his fists, feeling energy crackling through his fingers. But it wasn’t enough to defeat the Mebitor. It was only enough to survive—if he played it right. The beast roared again, its many legs slamming into the ground, causing tremors. But Kael stood firm. His heart pounded as he took a stance, ready to fight. He surprised even himself with his audacity. The power surging through his body was intoxi
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Kael’s body hung limply, wrists bound to the cold iron rod behind him. Blood pooled beneath him, dripping steadily from the gaping wound in his abdomen where the devil angels had driven their blades multiple times. The air stung with the acrid scent of iron and sweat, mingling with the silence of a predator’s den.He had been captured moments after his arrival, ambushed by survivors desperate to lure their prey. Now, he dangled like fresh meat in their cruel trap.Kael’s vision blurred, the edges darkening as his body screamed for release. But in the depths of his shattered mind, the faces of his children burned like brands. Their cries. Their helplessness.“I can’t... die... here,” he rasped, voice barely more than a whisper.[Warning: Host life functions critically low.][System integration at 35%... Stabilizing.]The monotone voice echoed in his mind, distant against the roar of pain. Kael’s lips curled into a weak smile, bitter and defiant. Even in death, I’m haunted by whispers.
